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Latest post · October 9, 2026Renting a Finca for Weekends in Colombia: How Foreigners Book Safely and Avoid Deposit Scams
A practical checklist for foreigners booking a weekend finca in Colombia: RNT lookup, live video, written terms, the 20% no-show rule, and what to do if a deposit goes missing.
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ciclismoOctober 9, 2026Essential gear for cycling in your new city
A practical gear guide for anyone starting to cycle in a Colombian city: helmet, lights, reflective gear, lock, and where to try everything out calmly.
contraentregaOctober 9, 2026How to Sell Cash on Delivery in Colombia: Carriers, Costs, and How to Avoid Returns
Cash on delivery (contraentrega) brings you buyers from other cities, but it comes with costs and risks. Here's how the collection process works, what to charge, and how to avoid returned packages.
fincaOctober 9, 2026Comparison of farms in Ibague and San Francisco Cundinamarca
The two most recent farms on the marketplace, with photos from the seller, a price and area comparison, and direct contact with the owner.
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serviciosOctober 9, 2026How to Offer Professional Makeup and Hair Styling Services at Home in Colombia
A guide for freelance makeup artists and hairstylists: what service to name, legal limits, products, hygiene, written booking, and how to create an ad with a real service area.
petsOctober 9, 2026Buying Pet Food and Veterinary Supplies in Colombia: Laika, Agrocampo, and Neighborhood Tiendas
Which bag is legal, when a neighborhood scoop is fine, and what Agrocampo, Laika and Puppis actually offer. A practical guide to buying pet food and vet supplies in Colombia.
healthOctober 9, 202624-Hour Pharmacies in Colombia: Where to Find Night Droguerías in Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali
A practical guide to finding night droguerías in Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali: how to read '24 HORAS' listings, what Cruz Verde and La Rebaja hours really mean, and when to call 123.
Bebes ninosOctober 9, 2026Where to sell used baby baths, baby monitors and safety gear in Colombia
A guide to selling a baby bath, a baby monitor or a safety gate between individuals: what to photograph, what not to post, how to look after the warranty, and where to publish without commission.
mascotasOctober 8, 2026Where to sell used cat scratchers, cat gyms, and cat accessories in Colombia
A guide to selling your cat's tree, litter box, or carrier: what to measure, what to photograph, what to say about odor, and how to hand over the item without surprises.
conciertosOctober 8, 2026Concert earplugs: protect your hearing without missing Lollapalooza
Lollapalooza 2027 is not in Colombia, but Bogotá has Estéreo Picnic. A practical guide to choosing and using earplugs so you don't miss the music.
construccionOctober 8, 2026Where to sell used construction scaffolding, concrete mixers and formwork in Colombia
A guide for contractors wrapping up a job: how to describe used scaffolding, mixers and formwork, which documents to mention, and how to get paid and make deliveries without surprises.
empleoOctober 8, 2026Labor and Payroll Tax Calculator for Employers in Colombia
Method for costing an employment contract in Colombia: contributions, payroll taxes, and the exemption under article 114-1, using percentages from official sources and without invented totals.
housingOctober 8, 2026Furnished Monthly Rentals in Pereira and Armenia: Renting Direct From Owners
Renting a furnished place by the month in Pereira or Armenia directly from the owner? Learn when Ley 820 applies, what owners can charge, how to read your utility bills and what to check before you pay.